Saturday, 12 January 2019

Which Protective Motorcycle Jeans are the Best for Me?



With so many options and choices out there, it becomes difficult for the modern rider to decide what kind of protective motorcycle jeans would be best for them. One thing to be established as a rule is that you need both high quality fabric and ample amount of inner protective lining along with impact resistant armour. These will give you protection against abrasion, heat, tear and impact. But how do you choose the best options for each of these and more categories? 

This guide discusses important points that you should consider before buying a pair of protective motorcycle jeans and steer clear of rip-offs. It will help you narrow down your options to the most suitable ones based on certain factors.

Choice of Protective Material
The moto-clothing industry hosts a great number of protective materials with new improvements being made every year. The most famous of these are DuPont Kevlar, generic aramid, Cordura, Leather, Dyneema etc. Before you buy a pair of motorcycle jeans for the road, weigh the pros and cons of the material being used and the way it’s been incorporated into the jeans. For example, low quality Kevlar mixed with other synthetic fabrics will make a poor protective layer for a pair of jeans. So will excessively treated leather exposed to water as it will lose its flexibility and tear strength. 



On the other hand, high quality 12 oz denim jeans reinforced with original DuPont heavy duty Kevlar such as the 

EVOQE Xplore Motorcycle Protective Jeans make a great choice on and off the road. Pair it with a set of durable CE approved Level 2 knee and hip armours such as the Forcefield Isolater Upgrade Armour used in Tourx Motorcycle Protective Jeans and you’ve got yourself a great pair of protective leg-wear for the road.


Type of Riding
Heavily reinforced motorcycle  jeans with a full inside Kevlar lining may not be preferred by some, if the only riding you’re doing for the day is commuting from home to work and back. Similarly, a simple pair of regular jeans, only part-lined with Kevlar, with no armour for impact resistance is a poor choice for high speed open-road riding.


What you need to do is dress according to the activities in your day. If you plan on either commuting or simply touring, EVOQE’s Ubrano XT Motorcycle Kevlar Jeans would be a good fit for men, while for women the stylish yet comfortable Liberte Nite Motorcycle Kevlar Jeans would be preferred. Both these items have removable CE approved armour so you don’t need to keep it on during normal riding. They are also currently on sale which you can avail by ordering from EVOQE’s official website.


If you want more heavily reinforced jeans for some open-road riding, the Gladiax Motorcycle Kevlar Jeans with their fully Kevlar lined interior and CE EN 1621-1:2012 approved knee and hip armours would make a great choice. 


Weather Conditions
Denim jeans reinforced with Kevlar is more suitable for hot weather because it’s breathable and lets the rider move around comfortably. It’s not too stiff or difficult to break into. Due to its thermal stability, Kevlar doesn’t heat up if the rider falls off the bike and is dragged across the abrasive road. Kevlar’s heat-resistant qualities make it a great choice for warm to hot days.


For wetter and colder days, you need something that would keep you warm and dry. Waterproof trousers that are reinforced with high quality Cordura are recommended in such conditions. These ensure that the rider stays dry and that the cold does not seep into the fabric.


Personal Preference
Good motorcycle jeans fit the personal, unique preferences and needs of the rider. When buying motorcycle jeans, take into account your height and weight to be used as a standard for fitting and armour placement. Also consider why and where you need to wear the jeans and choose accordingly. Women, for example, prefer softer and comfortable materials that fit their natural curves and are easy to ride in, all the while looking good with a slim fit. EVOQE’s collection for women wear ticks all these boxes. Among the Layla, Liberte, Liberte Nite and Sophie Motorcycle Jeans, every women rider can easily find a pair of jeans to fit her preferences. 



For men who prioritize comfort, one of the best options out there is EVOQE’s Estrada Kevlar Motorcycle Jeans which come with ribbed panels at the knee and back waist for extra comfort. EVOQE also provides a wide range of sizes in its jeans for every build out there.


Price Point
Not all jeans are priced equal. Usually bigger brands charge you for a good pair of armoured and protective jeans but also for their brand name and popularity. However, it is also not a good choice to go for less pricey jeans (less than £40-£50) as a cheaper price tag usually entails cheaper materials. Look for a medium range pair of jeans that use original protective materials and pass through all the safety measures and test. EVOQE’s jeans usually range from £90-£140 and currently, selected items are on sale.


Material Construction
Good materials are made greater still through the way their incorporated into the jeans and the stitch that holds them into place. One of the most important things you need to take care of when choosing Motorcycle jeans is whether the outside stitching would hold during a crash or would it come apart. No matter how good or expensive your jeans are, if they have loose seams, it’s no good. A good stitch locks the various protective layers together. In EVOQE motorcycle Kevlar jeans, the outer denim, middle Kevlar lining and inner cotton layer are stitched strongly together with some jeans having double stitching.



Armour
One of the most crucial parts of a motorcycle jeans is the armour used in it. Armour has absorptive properties and gives protection against impact, something no amount of protective layering can provide. Soft armour usually has more absorptive capabilities than hard armour. Removable armour has an advantage over non-removable ones because they’re easier to use on the get-go.


EVOQE Motorcycle Kevlar jeans feature Forcefield CE L2 Isolator Upgrade armours which offer impact protection. These armours are embedded in Knee & Hip pockets of our motorcycle Kevlar jeans.  These are light weight, high density, breathable, soft & heat activated with memory property offering ultimate comfort & safety.
EVOQE has a close business partnership with Forcefield brand. Forcefield is UK based world renowned brand which offers protective armours for various applications.  They have developed best materials for use in armours to ensure they can offer the finest Armour fit for motorcycle jeans. Safety, function & high performance are all taken into consideration.

With added memory properties, high density formulations and innovative design shapes, these armours are one of the slimmest on the market, while passing the very latest CE standards. These armours have passed not only ambient and wet tests, but also the extreme cold and hot temperature tests. These are super soft to touch and wear, yet have incredible protective strength.

Slim construction, and high performance passes are one thing, our development team have built in the Forcefield properties and strengths. The material is wonderfully soft, breathable and heat reactive.


The Estrada XT Motorcycle Kevlar Jeans, Tourx Motorcycle Jeans, Xplore Motorcycle Jeans, Denimax all feature Forcefield Ce Level 2 armours. You can shop EVOQE motorcycle jeans at https://www.evoqe.co.uk


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